Teaching Assistant Positions – McGill Writing Centre – Winter 2027

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TA positions only available to McGill registered graduate students 

You must be a student registered at McGill University in an MA or PhD degree program in the Winter 2027 term.  

Hiring Unit: 

McGill Writing Centre 

Positions - Course Title, Course Number, Schedule: 

WCOM 160-701, Writing in the Social Sciences – 1 position 120 hours

Lecture:  Tuesday/Thursday 10:05-10:55, Conference: Tuesday/Thursday 11:35-12:25

WCOM 206-101, Communication in Engineering – 1 position at 120 hours 

Lecture: Monday/Wednesday 17:35-18:55; Tutorial: Monday/Wednesday, 19:05-19:55 

WCOM 206-201, Communication in Engineering – 1 position at 120 hours 

Lecture: Tuesday/Thursday, 17:35-18:55; Tutorial: Tuesday/Thursday, 19:05-19:55 

WCOM 206-301, Communication in Engineering – 1 position at 120 hours 

Lecture: Monday/Wednesday, 17:35-18:55; Tutorial: Monday/Wednesday, 19:05-19:55 

WCOM 206-401, Communication in Engineering – 1 position at 120 hours 

Lecture: Tuesday/Thursday, 17:35-18:55; Tutorial: Tuesday/Thursday, 19:05-19:55 

* TAs must be available to attend selected lectures, and all scheduled tutorials/conferences
*Hours are dependent on course enrollment. 

WCOM 160 Position Summary: 

Leading conference sections and facilitating academic writing activities. Grading assignments and providing feedback on student writing. Reading course materials. Attending selected lectures, TA meetings, and training.

WCOM 160 TA Qualifications

-Registered graduate student (M.A. or Ph.D.) in good standing at McGill University.

-Academic coursework, formal training, or professional development in university-level academic writing or writing pedagogy.

-Strong academic writing and oral communication skills in English.

-Experience facilitating academic writing tutorials, writing or research workshops, or small-group learning activities focused on academic writing at the post-secondary level is a strong asset. 

-Knowledge of social science research practices and conventions of evidence-based academic writing in the social sciences is a strong asset.

-Experience providing constructive feedback on student academic writing is an asset.

-Previous TA or Grader experience is an asset.

WCOM 206 Position Summary: 

Leading tutorials. Grading assignments. Reading course materials. Attending selected lectures, TA meetings, and training. 

WCOM 206 TA Qualifications: 

-Registered graduate student (M.A. or Ph.D.) in good standing at McGill University 

-Post-secondary training or professional development in delivering oral presentations in English 

-Experience in delivering high-quality and effective oral presentations in English at the post-secondary level 

-Strong writing and oral communication skills in English 

-Previous TA experience is an asset 

-Previous Grader experience is an asset 

Hourly Salary: $38.46 

Position Start Date: January 5, 2027

Position End Date: May 7, 2027
Deadline to Apply:  November 2, 2026

International students must have a valid study permit, social Insurance number (SIN), and Canadian bank account.  

McGill University is an English-language University where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.  

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.